OPERATIONS SEAFARER CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE NOTE SA MARITIME QUALIFICATIONS CODE. Deck: Personnel Management and Ship Masters Business (Fishing)

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1 Personnel Management and Page 1 of 8 Compiled by Approved by Chief Examiner Qualifications Committee OPERATIONS SEAFARER CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE NOTE SA MARITIME QUALIFICATIONS CODE Deck: Personnel Management and Ship Masters Business (Fishing)

2 Personnel Management and Page 2 of 8 KNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTANDING AND PROFICIENCY METHODS FOR CRITERIA FOR EVALUATING MODULE 1 (Fishing) 1 Take precaution to prevent pollution to the marine environment 1 Knows:.1 what to do in an emergency involving an oil spill on deck or in the engine-room;.2 the necessity of being aware at all times of preventing oils spills;.3 that it is prohibited to throw plastics overboard anywhere in the world;.4 that there are special areas (for the trade in which his/her ship is engaged) where certain pollutants may or may not be discharged overboard. (Candidates will only be required to know that pollution regulations apply to ships.) By oral examination and completion of approved education and training and assessment during approved on board training. 1.1 Is able to give a clear and concise oil spill report to a ship's officer. 1.2 Can assemble appropriate equipment to control an oil spill or pollution incident with special reference to quick response. 1.3 Containment of oil spill/pollution is achieved using appropriate procedures, techniques and equipment. 1.4 Organisational procedures designed to safeguard the marine environment are observed at all times. 2 Observe safe working practices 2.1 Has a broad knowledge of the contents of the Code of Safe Working Practices for Fishermen. 2.2 Is aware that the maritime occupational safety regulations provide rules to assist all seafarers. 2.1 The requirements of the Code of Safe Working Practises for Fishermen have been observed. 2.3 Knows and understands their importance. 2.4 Is aware that there is a safety officer on board the ship. 2.5 Knows that his/her superiors have a duty to ensure that work on board is performed to a high standard of occupational safety. 2.6 Knows the importance of adhering to safe working practices at all times. 2.7 Knows the safety and protective devices available to protect against possible hazards aboard a ship, including overalls, safety helmets, goggles, safety footwear and safety harnesses. 2.8 Knows the precautions to take before entering enclosed spaces, including the permit to work system, duties of standby man and safe to work certificate. 2.2 Shows an understanding of contents thereof and has shown understanding of the basic safety requirements observed by seamen in their ordinary course of duty. 2.3 Safe working practices are observed and appropriate safety and protective equipment is correctly used at all times. 3 Contribute to effective human relationship on board ship 3 Understands:.1 importance of maintaining good human and working relationships on board ship:.2 employment conditions, working hours and rest periods;.3 individual rights and obligations in terms of the disciplinary code and grievance procedures;.4 dangers of drug and alcohol abuse in terms of their effects to health and safety of others;.5 drug and alcohol policies as applied by shipping companies;.6 basic conditions and terms of his/her contract of employment. 3 Expected standards of work and behaviour are observed at all times.

3 Personnel Management and Page 3 of 8 KNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTANDING AND PROFICIENCY METHODS FOR CRITERIA FOR EVALUATING 1 Take effective action in the event of an oil spill or other pollution emergency 2 Protection and preservation of the marine environment MODULE 2 (Fishing) 1 Knows:.1 the ship board contingency plan for an oil spill;.2 where the emergency oil spill locker is;.3 the equipment that will be found therein and what each item is for. 2 Knows the zones regarding the disposal of garbage and other waste at sea. As for module 1. 1 Is able to:.1 give a clear and concise oil spill report to a ship's officer;.2 assemble appropriate equipment to control an oil spill or pollution incident with special reference to quick response;.3 Contain an oil spill/pollution using appropriate procedures, techniques and equipment. 2 Current pollution regulations are observed 3 The maritime occupational safety regulations 4 Personnel management on board ships 3.1 Has a working knowledge of the maritime occupational safety regulations and associated Code of Safe Working Practices for Fishermen and understanding of its importance. 3.2 Able to readily and effectively liaise with the vessel's safety officer. 3.3 Knows that the master and ship's officers have a duty to ensure that all work on board is performed to a high standard of occupational safety. 4.1 Knows the principles of controlling subordinates and maintaining good relationships. 4.2 Able to lead, motivate and develop personnel Able to exercise authority. 4.4 Knows the conditions of employment and discipline and grievances procedure in which hearings are conducted. 4.5 Has an understanding of general industrial relations The requirements of the Code of Safe Working Practices for Fishermen have been observed. 3.2 Shows an understanding of a contents thereof and shows full understanding of all the various safety requirements required of seamen in the ordinary course of their duty. 4.1 Applies the various factors affecting personnel management in ships. 4.2 Maintains good relations on board ship. 5 Organise staff 6 Train subordinates on board 7 Assume command in an emergency or on the demise of the master 5 Knows how to organise staff and to allocate duties and tasks 6 Understands the importance of familiarisation and ongoing training at sea. 7 Knows what procedure is required when assuming command after the death of the master or when the master is temporarily incapacitated. 5 Organises staff tasks and duties. 6 Aptitude to give good practical training to subordinates during the course of normal work on board the vessel. 7 Command capabilities with respect to maintaining a safe ship and a well managed.

4 Personnel Management and Page 4 of 8 KNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTANDING AND PROFICIENCY METHODS FOR CRITERIA FOR EVALUATING 1 Organisations concerned with shipping 2 Protection and preservation of the marine environment 1 Knows the basic legal implications of rules, regulations and codes emanating from such organisations as government agencies 2.1 Knowledge of emergency pollution action and duties. 2.2 Shows full knowledge of the equipment in the emergency oil spill locker and how each item is used. MODULE 3 (Fishing) By oral examination, completion of approved education and training, written theoretical examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following: 1 approved in-service experience; 2 approved training ship experience. 1 International and flag state rules, regulations and codes are properly applied to the ship and cargo..1 Rapidly assess an oil spill or pollution emergency. 2.2 Implement the shipboard emergency plan required by the current international pollution convention so as to preserve the marine environment. 2.3 Knows what to do if called upon to rapidly organise an emergency team to tackle an oil spill/pollution hazard. 2.4 Has a working knowledge of the contents of the MARPOL Convention. 3 Maritime occupational safety regulations 3 Has a working knowledge of contents and regulations of the maritime occupational safety regulations. 3.1 Maritime occupational safety regulations and associated Code of Safe Working Practises for Fishermen have been observed. 3.2 The various safety precautions required of seamen in the ordinary course of their duties are correctly observed and applied.

5 Personnel Management and Page 5 of 8 KNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTANDING AND PROFICIENCY METHODS FOR CRITERIA FOR EVALUATING 1. Manage personnel 1.1 At a skipper and chief engineer level:.1 organize and supervise training programmes;.2 lead, motivate and develop junior staff;.3 exercise authority;.4 allocate duties and tasks;.5 organise safety and emergency duties;.6 organise deck or engine room maintenance tasks;.7 conduct:.1 staff performance evaluation;.2 disciplinary proceedings;.3 grievances hearings. MODULE 4 (Fishing) As for module 3. 1 The crew are allocated duties and informed of expected standards of work and behaviour in a manner appropriate to the individuals concerned. 2 Responsibility under the master or chief engineer, for on board training of deck or engine-room staff as applicable 1.2 Know:.1 manning requirements on board ship;.2 contracts of employment between company/manning agency and crew;.3 crews rights and responsibilities;.4 principles of general industrial relations. 1.3 Have an understanding of the requirements of local labour legislation as they affect ship's crews. 2.1 Knows:.1 Training methods;.2 training planning;.3 that training and assessment on board must be conducted, monitored, evaluated and supported by suitably trained persons. 2.2 Has an understanding of the STCW-F Convention. 2 Effective ability to take charge of on board training.

6 Personnel Management and Page 6 of 8 KNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTANDING AND PROFICIENCY METHODS FOR CRITERIA FOR EVALUATING 1 IMO Conventions and local regulations in respect of oil pollution prevention and safety equipment MODULE 5 Fishing) 1.1 General knowledge of the requirements of As for module 3. the life-saving equipment regulations and MARPOL Convention and the regulations concerning life-saving, fire-fighting appliances and oil pollution prevention. 1. Determine the safety, and oil prevention equipment required on board ship. 2 Protection and preservation of the marine environment 2.1 Knowledge of the chief mate's or second engineer's duties (as applicable) and ship's liability regarding pollution at sea and able to ensure that the crew are fully trained in emergency oil spill procedures and the oil pollution locker is fully equipped in accordance with requirements. 2.2 Able to organise a rapid, effective response to an oil spill or other pollution emergency on board and knows the importance of conducting regular drills. 2. Action required to be taken after a spill of oil or when chemicals or sewage waste are inadvertently dumped at sea so as to best preserve the marine environment. 3 Full knowledge of the maritime occupational safety regulations 3 Chief mate's duties or second engineer's duties (as applicable) of ensuring that all crew members are suitably informed/instructed and carry out the requirements of the maritime occupational safety regulations.

7 Personnel Management and Page 7 of 8 KNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTANDING AND PROFICIENCY METHODS FOR CRITERIA FOR EVALUATING 1 Take command of a vessel on unlimited or limited voyages MODULE 6 (Fishing) 1.1 Have a clear understanding of action to be taken on assuming command. 1.2 Knows the certificates and other documents required to be carried on board ships; their use, legal significance how they may be obtained, period of validity. 1.3 Knows the handover of command requirements. As for module 3. 1 Ability to take over command with the legal implications thereof. 2 Relationship to pilot 3 Knowledge of statutory legal requirements for the official log book and appropriate sections of the Merchant Shipping Act. 4 Manage the ship's personnel 5 Custom House procedure 6 Full knowledge of the legalities of "seaworthiness" 7 Safety of the ship and assistance to other vessels in distress 2 Understand the relationship between master and pilot. 3 Know:.1 official log book and the law relating to entries;.2 offences relating to misconduct, endangering the ship and against persons on board;.3 have a general knowledge of Chapter 4 of the Merchant Shipping Act (engagements, discharges, etc.). 4 Have knowledge of:.1 civil liability for certain offences;.2 Conducts meetings as chair. 5 Knows:.1 procedure for entering and clearing ships;.2 role of ship's agents. 6 Understands:.1 definition of the term "seaworthiness" and the term "sub-standard ship";.2 implications of port State inspections and the responsibility of the master. 7 Knows the duties and obligations of the master in respect of:.1 the safety of the ship, crew and passengers;.2 assistance to vessels in distress;.3 stranding, collision, casualty, towage, salvage, Lloyds Standard Form of Salvage Agreement; understands the legal implications thereof. 2 Able to communicate and establish a working relationship with the pilot. 3 Can complete:.1 all entries in the official logbook correctly including entries regarding offences;.2 all sign on/sign off procedures correctly. 4 Able to:.1 fulfill all requirements of company's manning policy, including grievance/disci plinary procedures;.2 manage the ship's crew in a professional and competent manner;.3 organise shipboard meetings;.4 implement operational plans, including their evaluation. 5.1 Correct procedure for Custom House entering and clearing is observed. 5.2 Deal with ship business between master and agent. 6 Deal with the implications of a port State inspection. 7.1 That the safety of the ship, crew and passengers is at all times maintained. 7.2 Deal with the legal and practical

8 Personnel Management and Page 8 of 8 KNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTANDING AND PROFICIENCY METHODS FOR CRITERIA FOR EVALUATING implications relating to stranding, collision, casualty towage and salvage. 8 Law relating to navigation, marine casualties, marine enquiries, territorial waters 8.1 Knows:.1 the law relating to navigation including the prevention of collisions;.2 the requirements to report dangers to navigation;.3 the use of Maritime Safety information;.4 the requirements to report maritime casualties. 8 Deal with dangers to navigation, the legal requirements about a collision and maritime casualties. 8.2 Understands these terms used in the Law of the Sea Convention:.1 territorial waters;.2 internal waters;.3 right of innocent passage;.4 international straits;.5 exclusive economic zones;.6 continental shelf;.7 high seas. 9 Organisations connected with shipping 10 Monitor and control compliance with legislation to ensure protection of the marine environment 9 Detailed knowledge of:.1 Organisations concerned with shipping, including IMO and SAMSA.2 safety conventions, national legislation. 10 Knowledge of:.1 the Master's duties and ship's liability regarding pollution at sea..2 what records are to be maintained on board ship and the emergency action and response to an oil spill/pollution emergency. 9.1 The role of various organisations concerned with safe shipping. 9.2 Maritime conventions and their implications on flag states. 9.3 The implications of maritime conventions on the ship No international spill or dumping at sea of oil, chemicals, sewage or waste materials occur That the crew are aware of their responsibilities regarding pollution prevention. 11 Vessel traffic services 12 Foreign ports Note: This is only applicable to candidates for the Unlimited Waters Command Endorsement. 11 Vessel traffic services 12 Foreign ports Note: This is only applicable to candidates for the Unlimited Waters Command Endorsement. 11 Able to follow and report as per the procedure for a vessel traffic reporting service. 12 Able to deal with the correct procedures for arrival and departure from a foreign port.